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swahili [verb]

Balia

Maana (Definition)

To make repetitive high-pitched cries or complain continuously.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

bleat like a goat / whine repeatedly

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

lialia

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu origin
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mbuzi alibalia usiku kucha akitafuta mtoto wake."

Translation: The goat bleated all night searching for its kid.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Akikulia ngozi huwezi kuisukaPaza sauti
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